There are over 40 different versions of the English Bible today. The book itself has been translated into roughly 704 languages. Inspiration shouldn’t be hard to come by with scriptures open in front of you. Randomly choosing a book to read from the bible is a common way to start reading it. However, if you have trouble finding a good book or verse, below is the guide to help.
29:11—Jeremiah
“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘Plans to prosper you and not to harm you: plans to give you hope and a future.'”
41:10—Isaiah
“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
8:28—Romans
“We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him—who have been called according to his purpose.”
17:20—Matthew
“If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”
8:38-39—Romans
“I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God.”
3:22-23—Lamentations
“Because of the LORD’s great love, we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is his faithfulness.”
It’s possible that readers have favorite verses that aren’t listed here. Discovery within the bible is a life’s journey. Studying scriptures helps readers to build faith, courage, and mental endurance. Having a bible close gives you a continual source of content to access. Notes can be made in yours, whether it’s a paper or digital copy. Just be sure to deeply study the verses you collect over the years. Get them into your memory, and let them guide how your mind sees the world.
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